School Speech Language Pathologist

Aveanna Healthcare; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A Speech Language Pathologist at Aveanna Healthcare delivers high-quality patient care in home health settings. You assess patients, implement prescribed therapy, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and families to optimize outcomes.

The role requires a Master’s in Speech Language Pathology, a valid SLP license, CPR, and strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills; travel to patient homes is expected.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Current SLP license in the state of practice.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech therapy services as prescribed by the physician.
• Document evaluations, goals, and Plan of Care for speech therapy.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary team and family.
• Maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Communicate effectively with staff and family; participate in discharge planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Organization

Travel ability

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Degree from state accredited therapy program

Job description

Monday thru Friday 8am-4pm

Position Overview

The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the delivery of quality patient care according to the patient’s individual physician orders. Care may involve assessments, administering prescribed treatments and therapies, care planning, communication with other members of the patients’ multi-disciplinary team, supply management, emergency management, coordination of care, health promotion and teaching and training family members.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide Speech Therapy services as prescribed by the physician.
• Follow policies and procedures and conforms to all applicable patient care standards, licensure regulations and state laws.
• Provide a written evaluation defining Speech Therapy needs, goals and expected outcomes in conjunction with referring physician's Plan of Treatment.
• Provide a written Plan of Care for Speech Therapy goals and outcomes
• Maintains the plan of care for assigned patients according to identified Speech Therapy goals and outcomes.
• Participate in coordination of services (including discharge planning), with health care team, physicians, parent/guardians, nurses, and others.
• Maintain patient and company confidentiality.
• Maintain effective communication between staff, health care team members, and family.
• Serves as a resource consultant for clinical staff.
• Provide physicians and Aveanna with written evaluation of patient's needs, goals, and progress.

Requirements

• Degree from state accredited therapy program
• Speech Language Pathology Master’s Degree from accredited university or program
• Current and unrestricted SLP license to practice in the state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with nursing care and policies and procedures

Additional State Specific Requirements

• Continuing Education as required by state

Preferences

• One (1) year of recent experience as a Speech Language Pathologist in an acute care setting

Other Skills/Abilities

• Ability to adhere to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times
• Attention to detail
• Time Management
• Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Good organization and communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English
• Must be able to travel
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting
• Must be able to sit and climb stairs
• Must have visual and hearing acuity
• Must have strong sense of smell and touch
• Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance
• Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport

Environment

• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions
• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases

Other Duties

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.